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View usage for: (reɪsi) Word forms: comparative racier, superlative raciestadjectiveRacy writing or behaviour is lively, amusing, and slightly shocking. More Synonyms of racy (ˈreɪsɪ) adjectiveWord forms: racier or raciest1. (of a person's manner, literary style, etc) having a distinctively lively and spirited quality; fresh 2. having a characteristic or distinctive flavour a racy wine 3. suggestive; slightly indecent; risqué a racy comedy Derived forms racily (ˈracily) adverb raciness (ˈraciness) noun (ˈreɪsi) adjectiveWord forms: ˈracier or ˈraciest1. having the characteristic taste, flavor, or quality associated with the original or genuine type racy fruit 2. lively; spirited; vigorous 4. US somewhat indecent; suggestive; risqué a racy novel Examples of 'racy' in a sentenceracy British English: racy ADJECTIVE Racy writing or behaviour is lively, amusing, and slightly shocking. He listened to the old man's racy stories about life in the Navy. - American English: racy
- Brazilian Portuguese: ousado
- Chinese: > 生动活泼的
- European Spanish: picante
- French: plein de verve
- German: gewagt
- Italian: spinto
- Japanese: きわどい
- Korean: 아슬아슬한
- European Portuguese: ousado
- Latin American Spanish: picante
Definition slightly shocking Her novels may be racy but they don't fight shy of larger issues. Synonyms off colour near the knuckle (informal) Definition spirited or lively very high-quality wines with quite a racy character Synonyms dramatic entertaining sexy (informal) zestful Additional synonymsDefinition interesting and lively Everyone became more animated. Synonyms lively, spirited, quick, excited, active, vital, dynamic, enthusiastic, passionate, vivid, vigorous, energetic, vibrant, brisk, buoyant, ardent, airy, fervent, zealous, elated, ebullient, sparky, sprightly, vivacious, gay (old-fashioned), alive and kicking, full of beans (informal), zestful Definition (of language, writing, etc.) containing humorous references to sex We got arrested once, for singing bawdy songs in a cemetery. Synonyms rude, blue (old-fashioned), dirty, gross, crude, erotic, obscene, coarse, filthy, indecent, vulgar, improper, steamy (informal), pornographic, raunchy (informal), suggestive, racy, lewd, risqué, X-rated (informal), salacious (formal), prurient (formal), lascivious (formal), smutty, lustful, lecherous, ribald, libidinous (formal), licentious (formal), indelicate, near the knuckle (informal), indecorous (formal) Definition pornographic blue movies Synonyms smutty, dirty, naughty, obscene, indecent, vulgar, lewd, risqué, X-rated (informal), bawdy, near the knuckle (informal) - racketeering
- rackety
- raconteur
- racy
- raddled
- radiance
- radiant
Additional synonymsDefinition vulgar or coarse Use wit rather than broad humour. Synonyms vulgar, blue, dirty, gross, crude, rude, naughty, coarse, indecent, improper, suggestive, risqué, boorish, uncouth, unrefined, ribald, indelicate, near the knuckle (informal), indecorous, unmannerlyDefinition cheerful or resilient She was in a buoyant mood. Synonyms cheerful, happy, bright, lively, sunny, animated, upbeat (informal), joyful, carefree, bouncy, breezy, genial, jaunty, chirpy (informal), sparky, vivacious, debonair, blithe, full of beans (informal), peppy (informal), light-heartedDefinition having or showing energy and enthusiasm Two-year-olds can be incredibly energetic. Synonyms lively, spirited, active, dynamic, vigorous, animated, brisk, tireless, bouncy, indefatigable, alive and kicking, zippy (informal), full of beans (informal), bright-eyed and bushy-tailed (informal) Definition causing excitement the most exciting adventure of their lives Synonyms stimulating, inspiring, dramatic, gripping, stirring, thrilling, moving, sensational, rousing, exhilarating, electrifying, intoxicating, rip-roaring (informal) Definition causing strong feelings of excitement and happiness It was the most exhilarating experience of my life. Synonyms exciting, thrilling, stimulating, breathtaking, cheering, exalting, enlivening, invigorating, gladdening, vitalizing, exhilarant Definition (of an experience or period of time) extremely exciting in the heady days of their summer travels Synonyms exciting, thrilling, stimulating, exhilarating, overwhelming, intoxicatingDefinition behaving in an indecent or improper manner Noni doesn't like the immodest outfits and dancing. Synonyms indecent, improper, lewd, revealing, obscene, coarse, immoral, depraved, titillating, bawdy, flirtatious, impure, indelicate, indecorous, unchaste, grossDefinition morally or sexually offensive She accused him of making indecent suggestions. Synonyms obscene, lewd, dirty, blue, offensive, outrageous, inappropriate, rude, gross, foul, crude, coarse, filthy, vile, improper, pornographic, salacious, impure, smutty, immodest, licentious, scatological, indelicateDefinition offensive, embarrassing, or tasteless She could not touch upon such an indelicate subject. Synonyms offensive, indecent, vulgar, low, blue, embarrassing, gross, crude, rude, obscene, coarse, improper, suggestive, tasteless, unseemly, untoward, risqué, X-rated (informal), unbecoming, off-colour, immodest, near the knuckle (informal), indecorous, barro (Australian, slang) Definition mildly indecent a comedy routine crammed with naughty innuendo Synonyms obscene, blue, vulgar, improper, lewd, risqué, X-rated (informal), bawdy, smutty, off-colour, ribaldAdditional synonymsShe said she detested smutty jokes. Synonyms obscene, dirty, crude, coarse, filthy, indecent, vulgar, improper, blue, pornographic, raunchy (informal), suggestive, racy, lewd, risqué, X-rated (informal), bawdy, salacious, prurient, off colour, indelicateHe is sparkling and versatile in front of the camera. Synonyms vibrant, lively, animated, vivacious, bright, brilliant, ebullient, effervescentDefinition slightly scandalous spicy anecdotes Synonyms risqué, racy, off-colour, ribald, hot (informal), broad, improper, suggestive, unseemly, titillating, indelicate, indecorousDefinition showing liveliness or courage He wanted merely to provoke a spirited debate. Synonyms lively, vigorous, energetic, animated, game, active, bold, sparkling, have-a-go (informal), courageous, ardent, feisty (informal), plucky, high-spirited, sprightly, vivacious, spunky (informal), mettlesome, (as) game as Ned Kelly (Australian, slang) Definition inspiring new ideas or enthusiasm The atmosphere was always stimulating. Synonyms exciting, inspiring, stirring, provoking, intriguing, rousing, provocative, exhilarating, thought-provoking, galvanic Definition (of remarks or gestures) causing people to think of sex An employee claimed he made suggestive remarks. Synonyms smutty, rude, indecent, improper, blue, provocative, spicy (informal), racy, unseemly, titillating, risqué, bawdy, prurient, off colour, ribald, immodest, indelicateDefinition having physical or mental energy The choir and orchestra gave a vigorous performance of Haydn's oratorio. Synonyms spirited, lively, energetic, active, intense, dynamic, sparkling, animated, forceful, feisty (informal), spanking, high-spirited, sprightly, vivacious, forcible, effervescent, full of energy, zippy (informal), spunky (informal) |